Ancient Philosophy Fellowship

The Center for Canon Expansion and Change (CCEC) at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities invites applications for the Fellowship in Ancient Philosophy. This program is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a groundbreaking initiative aimed at diversifying and expanding the philosophical canon. Over the next several years, the CCEC will expand its curriculum beyond the early modern period to include the ancient, medieval, and early analytic periods. In 2025, the focus will be on Ancient Philosophy!

Program Overview

CCEC’s Fellowship seeks to employ scholars who are passionate about philosophy and committed to creating teaching modules that reflect the richness and diversity of the ancient philosophical tradition. This initiative builds upon the Center’s success in reimagining the teaching of early modern philosophy to include voices historically marginalized in the discipline. The program aims to develop teaching resources that promote inclusive pedagogy and inspire students to see themselves as philosophers.

Eligibility

• Applicants must be career scholars in philosophy. Preference will be given to early career ancient scholars, and open to recent PhD graduates, adjuncts, assistant/associate professor, and/or contingent faculty. 

• Strong expertise in Ancient Philosophy is required.

• A demonstrated commitment to inclusive pedagogy and/or interest in expanding the philosophical canon is required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the CCEC team to develop comprehensive 6 to 9 teaching modules on ancient philosophy.

• Create resources for classroom use, including syllabi, lectures, and assignments that highlight underrepresented figures and perspectives.

• Participate in the CCEC Summer Program at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities (June 2-7, 2025)

• Take part in a post-summer program retreat (~3 days, June 9-11, 2025) to begin developing the plan for an Ancient version of the CCEC Summer Program

Compensation
Selected scholars will receive a competitive stipend of $10,000 for their contributions to the program.

Key Dates

• Application Deadline: April 15, 2025

• Notification of Decision: April 30, 2025

• Program Start Date: June 1, 2025